Baler Operator

Pay Rate: $21.37

Physical Location: 128 Crews Drive, Columbia SC 29210

• Complete pre-start loader maintenance inspection report
• Responsible for feeding paper to baler conveyor (all facets of loading the baler)
• Operate balers according to brand specifications
• Load the baler utilizing forklift
• Record grade, percentage of waste in compactor dumped material
• Monitor paper feed line
• Monitor wire condition and feed
• Monitor bales for wiring, grade, quality and weight
• Record maintenance activity on equipment
• Record baler downtime
• Assist with daily weekly monthly PMs for baler and feed conveyors
• Operate shredder and follow all NAID requirements for document destruction
• Ensure driveway/loading dock is free of material
• Keep paper/plastic from accumulating around property fence line
• Prevent loose paper from accumulating around baler
• Remove material build-up
• Assist with pushing material into baler as needed
• Communicate with Supervisor – maintenance issues, downtime, production issues
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to plant housekeeping standards
• Attend and participate in plant safety and townhall meetings
• Manage controllable costs through proper equipment, tool and consumable usage
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns
• Adhere to Plant policies and guidelines
• Other duties may be assigned

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to work any shift as needed
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Alertness, visual ability, and good communication skills
• On-the-job success in safety, attendance & quality of work expected
• Ability to safely replace wire spools
• Ability to be trained on safe baler operation, including Lock-out, Tag out procedures
• Ability to operate a Baler and Forklift